Job Description

Reporting to the Associate Manager, Accounts Payable you will be accountable for the overall administration of services related to Employee reimbursements and Vendor payments. This role supports a team of Accounts Payable Administrators with training, problem resolution and motivation. It provides support to internal employees of all levels of the organization and has direct interaction with external vendors. This role may also include responsibilities supporting the Corporate Travel program.

What you will do

• Accountable for the timely review, audit and posting of expense submissions (employee reimbursement and vendor payment) in SAP and Concur, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policy requirements.
• Responsible for processing weekly EFT and cheque payment runs, special payment runs and reviewing wire payment requests to ensure prompt payment.
• Review and maintain sensitive information such as EFT banking information and vendor updates while following necessary controls to mitigate fraudulent activity.
• Review documents for self-assessment and work with Taxation to ensure proper tax coding.
• Deal with escalated or complex situations and provide guidance and solutions.
• Provide support for employees while ensuring they have a clear understanding of our policies and procedures.
• Main point of contact for inquiries from employees.
• Have a strong understanding of multiple systems required to perform tasks and provide support to employees. Make configuration changes and conduct testing of systems when required.
• Training of new employees, assist with facilitation of cross training, support and motivate staff
• Cross department processing, understanding multiple departments policies and processes
• Miscellaneous duties including but not limited to the creation and updating of process/training documents, participate in projects, adhoc reporting, etc.

What you will bring

• Communication is a key component of this role. This role has direct contact with internal staff of all levels of the organization and communicates with external partners/contacts.
• Strong customer service and communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office (O365) - Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
• SAP and/or Concur experience would be an asset
• Detail orientated and attention to quality of work
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment reporting to multiple departments
• Self-motivated with ability to effectively multi-task and be comfortable to meet tight deadlines, results orientated
• Analytical Thinking - ability to analyze a situation to determine the best way to proceed

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

We are Canada Life

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You're part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You'll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you'll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It's our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that's trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

We are one of Canada's top 100 employers!

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we're one of Canada's leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted